Effects of local wages on female joint decision of marriage and working: a cross-data analysis
This thesis is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Applied Economics, 2024.
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10361-239412024-08-29T21:01:47Z Effects of local wages on female joint decision of marriage and working: a cross-data analysis Shrity, Salma Sultana Kamal, K.M Arefin Department of Economics and Social Sciences, Brac University. Wage dynamics Female workforce participation Marital decisions Economic influences Wages--Bangladesh Women--Employment--Bangladesh Economic infrastructure This thesis is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Applied Economics, 2024. Cataloged from the PDF version of thesis. Includes bibliographical references (pages 14-18). This research investigates how rising local wages in Bangladesh influence young women's joint decisions regarding marriage and labor force participation. It conducts a comparative analysis of female involvement across districts characterized by diverse wage levels, unveiling nuanced responses to economic stimuli. The analysis, employing a cross-sectional survey focusing on young women aged 18-30, reveals a significant relationship between local wages and labour force participation for unmarried women. These rising local wages incentivize unmarried women to prioritize career pursuits over marriage, potentially due to increased financial independence and career opportunities. Conversely, the impact of local wages on the decision-making of married women is less pronounced. While there is a slight tendency for married women to remain employed as local wages rise, wages do not significantly influence the decision to enter the workforce. These findings highlight the likelihood of a woman's decision regarding marital status and workforce participation. They also hold valuable insights for policymakers aiming to design interventions that promote gender equality and empower women in the Bangladeshi workforce. Salma Sultana Shrity M.Sc. in Applied Economics 2024-08-29T04:54:51Z 2024-08-29T04:54:51Z ©2024 2024-05 Thesis ID 22275018 http://hdl.handle.net/10361/23941 en Brac University theses are protected by copyright. This may be viewed from this source for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without written permission. 28 pages application/pdf |
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